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\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBlackhull Maritime \u2014 About Company<\/title>\r\n<link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\">\r\n<link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Fraunces:opsz,wght@9..144,400;9..144,500;9..144,600&family=Fraunces:ital,opsz,wght@1,9..144,500&family=IBM+Plex+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&family=IBM+Plex+Mono:wght@400;500&display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\r\n\r\n<!-- ============================================================\r\n GLOBAL CSS \u2014 same tokens as the homepage. If you've already\r\n pasted the homepage's Global CSS into Elementor sitewide,\r\n you only need to ADD the few new classes marked \"NEW FOR\r\n ABOUT PAGE\" further down \u2014 everything above that is a repeat\r\n for preview purposes only.\r\n ============================================================ -->\r\n\r\n<!-- ============================================================\r\n HTML \u2014 paste into an Elementor HTML widget, between header\r\n and footer, on the About Company page.\r\n Replace \"REPLACE-\" image URLs with real Media Library images.\r\n ============================================================ -->\r\n\r\n<div class=\"bhm-section\">\r\n\r\n <!-- PAGE INTRO -->\r\n <section class=\"bhm-glow bhm-grain\" style=\"background:radial-gradient(120% 120% at 15% 10%, #123E8B 0%, #0A2A5C 60%); color:var(--bhm-white); padding:130px 0 0; text-align:center;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\" style=\"max-width:760px; margin:0 auto;\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow bhm-reveal\" style=\"justify-content:center;\">19.03\u00b0N 73.02\u00b0E \u2014 About Blackhull Maritime<\/span>\r\n <h1 class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\" style=\"color:var(--bhm-white);\">A decade of <span class=\"bhm-italic\">trusted<\/span> maritime partnership<\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\" style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65); font-size:1.1rem;\">From a single office to a global network \u2014 we've built our reputation on reliability, technical expertise, and genuine care for the vessels and crews we serve.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-ocean-scene\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-gull\" style=\"top:10px; animation-duration:26s;\">\r\n <svg viewBox=\"0 0 40 14\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#F2F8FC\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"><path d=\"M0,10 Q10,0 20,10 Q30,0 40,10\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-gull\" style=\"top:44px; animation-duration:33s; animation-delay:-8s;\">\r\n <svg viewBox=\"0 0 40 14\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#F2F8FC\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"><path d=\"M0,10 Q10,0 20,10 Q30,0 40,10\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-ship-wrap\">\r\n <svg class=\"bhm-ship-float\" viewBox=\"0 0 420 180\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#F2F8FC\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\">\r\n <!-- hull -->\r\n <path d=\"M40,120 L40,95 C40,90 44,86 50,86 L360,86 C372,86 380,94 376,104 L358,132 C340,148 260,156 150,156 C90,156 55,150 42,138 C38,134 40,126 40,120 Z\"\/>\r\n <!-- superstructure tiers -->\r\n <rect x=\"150\" y=\"50\" width=\"110\" height=\"36\" rx=\"3\"\/>\r\n <rect x=\"175\" y=\"28\" width=\"60\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\"\/>\r\n <!-- bridge windows -->\r\n <line x1=\"185\" y1=\"38\" x2=\"225\" y2=\"38\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"160\" y1=\"64\" x2=\"250\" y2=\"64\"\/>\r\n <!-- funnel -->\r\n <rect x=\"272\" y=\"14\" width=\"18\" height=\"30\" rx=\"2\"\/>\r\n <!-- mast + flag -->\r\n <line x1=\"304\" y1=\"50\" x2=\"304\" y2=\"10\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"296\" y1=\"20\" x2=\"312\" y2=\"20\"\/>\r\n <path d=\"M304,10 L318,14 L304,18 Z\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <!-- portholes -->\r\n <circle cx=\"72\" cy=\"116\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"102\" cy=\"118\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"132\" cy=\"119\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"162\" cy=\"120\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"192\" cy=\"120\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"222\" cy=\"119\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"252\" cy=\"118\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"282\" cy=\"116\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"312\" cy=\"113\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n <!-- bow wave -->\r\n <path d=\"M20,132 Q30,124 40,132\" stroke=\"#7ED4F5\"\/>\r\n <\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-scene-waves\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n <svg class=\"bhm-scene-wave-back\" viewBox=\"0 0 2400 60\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"M0,30 C150,55 150,5 300,30 C450,55 450,5 600,30 C750,55 750,5 900,30 C1050,55 1050,5 1200,30 C1350,55 1350,5 1500,30 C1650,55 1650,5 1800,30 C1950,55 1950,5 2100,30 C2250,55 2250,5 2400,30 L2400,60 L0,60 Z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-scene-wave-front-wrap\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n <svg class=\"bhm-scene-wave-front\" viewBox=\"0 0 2400 60\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"M0,35 C150,10 150,55 300,35 C450,10 450,55 600,35 C750,10 750,55 900,35 C1050,10 1050,55 1200,35 C1350,10 1350,55 1500,35 C1650,10 1650,55 1800,35 C1950,10 1950,55 2100,35 C2250,10 2250,55 2400,35 L2400,60 L0,60 Z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- OUR STORY -->\r\n <section style=\"background:var(--bhm-ivory); padding:110px 0;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap bhm-split bhm-split--narrow\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-imgwrap bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-img\" style=\"background:url('https:\/\/demo2.enest.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/aboutsection.jpeg') center\/cover, linear-gradient(160deg,#123E8B,#0A2A5C);\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-badge\">Our Story<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow\">Who We Are<\/span>\r\n <h2 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Built by people who understand <span class=\"bhm-italic\">ships<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p>Blackhull Maritime was founded on a simple belief: that ship owners and operators deserve a partner who treats every vessel as if it were their own. What began as a technical management consultancy has grown into a full-spectrum maritime services provider.<\/p>\r\n <p>Today, our teams work across four global offices, supporting vessel owners, operators, and offshore organisations through every stage of the vessel lifecycle \u2014 from new-build supervision to crew welfare and compliance.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"bhm-btn\">Meet The Team <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- ABOUT FOUNDER -->\r\n <section style=\"background:var(--bhm-white); padding:110px 0;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap bhm-split bhm-split--narrow\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-reveal\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow\">Leadership Vision<\/span>\r\n <h2 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">A Message From Our <span class=\"bhm-italic\">Founder<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n <p class=\"bhm-founder-quote\">Every vessel we manage carries more than cargo \u2014 it carries the trust of the people who own it, crew it, and depend on it. That trust is the foundation Blackhull Maritime was built on, and it's the standard we hold ourselves to every single day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <p>In 2016 Mahendra Singh Muwal founded Blackhull Maritime from a single office in Navi Mumbai with a simple conviction: that ship owners deserve a partner who treats every vessel as if it were their own. What began as a technical management consultancy has since grown into a full-spectrum maritime services provider spanning four global offices.<\/p>\r\n <p>Under his leadership, Blackhull Maritime has stayed true to that founding principle \u2014 building long-term relationships over transactional ones, investing in people as much as in process, and never compromising on safety or integrity for the sake of growth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-checklist\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-checklist-item\"><svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\"><path d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"\/><\/svg> 10+ Years in Maritime Leadership<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-checklist-item\"><svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\"><path d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"\/><\/svg> 5 Global Offices Established<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-checklist-item\"><svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\"><path d=\"M5 13l4 4L19 7\"\/><\/svg> 200+ Vessels Managed<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div style=\"margin-top:36px;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-founder-signature\">Mahendra Singh Muwal<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-founder-title\">Founder & Managing Director, Blackhull Maritime<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-imgwrap bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-img\" style=\"background:url('https:\/\/demo2.enest.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mdpicture2.png') center\/cover, linear-gradient(160deg,#123E8B,#0A2A5C);\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-badge\">Founder & Visionary<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-founder-wheel\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-founder-wheel-bg\"><\/div>\r\n <svg viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\r\n <circle cx=\"50\" cy=\"50\" r=\"38\"\/>\r\n <circle cx=\"50\" cy=\"50\" r=\"9\" fill=\"#0A2A5C\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"59\" y1=\"50\" x2=\"88\" y2=\"50\"\/><circle cx=\"94\" cy=\"50\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"56.4\" y1=\"56.4\" x2=\"76.9\" y2=\"76.9\"\/><circle cx=\"81.1\" cy=\"81.1\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"50\" y1=\"59\" x2=\"50\" y2=\"88\"\/><circle cx=\"50\" cy=\"94\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"43.6\" y1=\"56.4\" x2=\"23.1\" y2=\"76.9\"\/><circle cx=\"18.9\" cy=\"81.1\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"41\" y1=\"50\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"50\"\/><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"50\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"43.6\" y1=\"43.6\" x2=\"23.1\" y2=\"23.1\"\/><circle cx=\"18.9\" cy=\"18.9\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"50\" y1=\"41\" x2=\"50\" y2=\"12\"\/><circle cx=\"50\" cy=\"6\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <line x1=\"56.4\" y1=\"43.6\" x2=\"76.9\" y2=\"23.1\"\/><circle cx=\"81.1\" cy=\"18.9\" r=\"3\" fill=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke=\"none\"\/>\r\n <\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- MISSION & VISION -->\r\n <section class=\"bhm-glow bhm-grain\" style=\"background:radial-gradient(120% 120% at 50% 0%, #123E8B 0%, #0A2A5C 65%); color:var(--bhm-white); padding:120px 0;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap bhm-mv2\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-reveal\">\r\n <svg width=\"36\" height=\"36\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 3v2M12 19v2M21 12h-2M5 12H3M15.5 8.5 10 14l-2.5 2.5L10 14l5.5-5.5Z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow\" style=\"margin-top:20px;\">Mission<\/span>\r\n <h2 style=\"color:var(--bhm-white);\">Reliable maritime support, <span class=\"bhm-italic\">without compromise<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <p style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.6); max-width:420px;\">To deliver dependable, transparent, and technically sound maritime services that protect our clients' vessels, crews, and operations at every stage of the vessel lifecycle.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">\r\n <svg width=\"36\" height=\"36\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#7ED4F5\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"><path d=\"M12 2 14 9 21 12 14 15 12 22 10 15 3 12 10 9Z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow\" style=\"margin-top:20px;\">Vision<\/span>\r\n <h2 style=\"color:var(--bhm-white);\">The partner clients don't <span class=\"bhm-italic\">think twice<\/span> about<\/h2>\r\n <p style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.6); max-width:420px;\">To be recognised globally as the maritime services provider ship owners trust by default \u2014 known for consistency, integrity, and operational excellence.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- CORE VALUES: THE BLACKHULL STANDARD -->\r\n <section style=\"background:var(--bhm-ivory); padding:110px 0;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\" style=\"text-align:center; max-width:720px; margin:0 auto 72px;\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow bhm-reveal\" style=\"justify-content:center;\">Our Principles<\/span>\r\n <h2 class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\" style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Core Values: The <span class=\"bhm-italic\">Blackhull<\/span> Standard<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">We operate by the BLACKHULL standard \u2014 a set of principles that guides every action, decision, and interaction with our clients, partners, and employees.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">B<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Best Practice Adherence<\/h4><p>Commitment to the highest industry standards in safety, compliance, and operational excellence.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">L<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Long-Term Partnership<\/h4><p>Focus on building enduring, reliable client relationships that deliver sustainable value.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">A<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Agility & Adaptation<\/h4><p>The flexibility to swiftly respond to market changes, technology, and client-specific needs.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">C<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Commercial Efficiency<\/h4><p>Dedication to optimizing costs and maximizing the financial return on maritime assets.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">K<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Knowledge & Expertise<\/h4><p>Leveraging deep technical understanding and 10+ years of experience for superior management.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">H<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>High Integrity<\/h4><p>Conducting all business with transparency, honesty, and strong ethical principles.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">U<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Utmost Safety<\/h4><p>Prioritizing the non-negotiable safety of crew, vessels, and the marine environment above all else.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">L<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Leadership in Quality<\/h4><p>Striving to be a benchmark for excellence in technical management and service delivery.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-row bhm-reveal\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-hex-outer\"><div class=\"bhm-hex-inner\">L<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-line\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-values-text\"><h4>Learning & Development<\/h4><p>Commitment to continuous enhancement of staff skills and fostering a culture of innovation.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- TIMELINE -->\r\n <section style=\"background:var(--bhm-white); padding:110px 0;\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\" style=\"text-align:center; margin-bottom:64px;\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow bhm-reveal\" style=\"justify-content:center;\">Our Journey<\/span>\r\n <h2 class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\" style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Milestones along the <span class=\"bhm-italic\">way<\/span><\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-timeline\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-tl-item bhm-reveal\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-tl-year\">2016 \u2014 FOUNDED<\/span>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Blackhull Maritime established<\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">Opened our first office in Navi Mumbai, focused on technical management for bulk carriers.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-tl-item bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-tl-year\">2017 \u2014 EXPANSION<\/span>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Crew management division launched<\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">Built out our seafarer database and crewing operations to support growing client demand.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-tl-item bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-tl-year\">2019 \u2014 GLOBAL REACH<\/span>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Dubai and Istanbul offices opened<\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">Extended our network to better serve clients across the Middle East and Mediterranean.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-tl-item bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--3\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-tl-year\">2022 \u2014 DIVERSIFICATION<\/span>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">Full-service offering completed<\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">Added diving services, new-build supervision, and digital fleet management software.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-tl-item bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--4\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-tl-year\">TODAY<\/span>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-ink);\">200+ vessels Managed, 5 offices & 40+ clients Serving <\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">Continuing to grow as a trusted, full-spectrum maritime solutions partner.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- LEADERSHIP TEAM -->\r\n <section class=\"bhm-glow bhm-grain\" style=\"background:radial-gradient(120% 120% at 85% 90%, #123E8B 0%, #0A2A5C 60%); padding:110px 0; color:var(--bhm-white);\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\" style=\"text-align:center; margin-bottom:60px;\">\r\n <span class=\"bhm-eyebrow bhm-reveal\" style=\"justify-content:center;\">Leadership<\/span>\r\n <h2 class=\"bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\" style=\"color:var(--bhm-white);\">The people <span class=\"bhm-italic\">behind<\/span> Blackhull<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bhm-wrap\" style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:28px;\">\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <div class=\"bhm-team-card bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--1\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-team-imgwrap\"><div class=\"bhm-team-photo\" style=\"background:url('https:\/\/demo2.enest.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/captjoel.jpeg') center\/cover, linear-gradient(160deg,#123E8B,#0A2A5C);\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-white); margin-top:18px; font-size:1.1rem;\">Capt. Joel Bandugula<\/h3>\r\n <p style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.55); margin:0; font-size:0.88rem;\">General Manager<\/p>\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <div class=\"bhm-team-card bhm-reveal bhm-reveal--2\">\r\n <div class=\"bhm-team-imgwrap\"><div class=\"bhm-team-photo\" style=\"background:url('https:\/\/demo2.enest.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Capt-Subhash-Sewada.jpeg') center\/cover, linear-gradient(160deg,#123E8B,#0A2A5C);\"><\/div><\/div>\r\n <h3 style=\"color:var(--bhm-white); margin-top:18px; font-size:1.1rem;\">Capt. 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